Fort Mill Church of God

June 19, 2016

Lead Pastor Mark Leonhardt 221 Academy Street · Fort Mill, SC 29715

803-547-2629 www.fmcog.com

Online giving is available on our

website: www.fmcog.com/giving

FOOD PANTRY

FOODS TO DONATE IN JUNE: Grits, Ramen Noodles, Tuna

Baskets for your donated items are provided, for your convenience, in the Center for Discipleship, church foyer, and the area behind the sanctuary. As always, you may make a monetary donation. Just be sure to mark your check or tithe envelope “Food Pantry”.

If you would like more information about the FMCOG Food Pantry, please contact us at the information below.

Location: 225 Academy Street (brick house beside the church) Open Tuesdays, 9 am – 12 noon

803-548-2099 www.foodpantry@fmcog.com

The volunteers at the FMCOG Food Pantry are enjoying working with some of the older kids and youth this summer. We are always pleased to have them volunteer their time to help us out. It is great to see their servants’ hearts. During the month of May we served 117 clients, 274 family members, and 10 were first time clients.

MEDIA ORDERS

To order today's service (CD or DVD), pick up one of the blue printed media ministry envelopes at the information desk in the lobby. For more information on recordings of particular services, special programs, sermons and series, email Melissa Wood at mediafmcog@gmail.com.

CONNECT TIMES

Sunday

8:30 am & 11:00 am Worship | Elementary Service | Preschool & Nursery 10:00 am Connect Groups Adults | Middle School Service | High School Grades 9-12 Elementary | Preschool & Nursery Wednesday

11:00 am Prayer Meeting · 2

nd & 4

th each month · RM102 (C4D)

7:00 pm Bible Study | High School Service | FMKidz Knect Fine Arts & Groups| Preschool & Nursery Thursday

6:50 pm Celebrate Recovery · RM102 (C4D) Saturday

6:00 pm Evening Prayer · Main Sanctuary Mailing address: PO Box 94, FM SC 29716 | 803-547-2629 www.fmcog.com | Church Email - fortmillcog@gmail.com Office Hours: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday - Thursday

C4D = Center for Discipleship – across from Sanctuary

PASTORAL CARE & PRAYER LINE

In the event of an emergency or hospitalization, please call 803-547-6680, Ext. 1. This is checked throughout the day, nights, weekends & holidays. No other voicemail or email is checked after office hours or while we are visiting in the hospital. REMEMBER: DIAL 1.

DISCIPLESHIP: GET CONNECTED! Christian Education Director: Debbie Dyches dychesd@fmcog.com

NEW 6-WEEK SERIES FOR MEN | Wednesdays | 7:00 pm Center for Discipleship, Room 202 A Man and his Story. Sessions include: Moving beyond our Past, Trading in What Hurts For What Heals, Getting Your Heart in the Game, and others. There will be a 15-20 minute video to challenge us and set our focus, followed by a time of teaching, discussion groups, and prayer. Class will be led by Pastor Geoffrey Nyatuka and Dennis Cook.

In-Home Bible Study | Sundays | 5:30 pm Near Regent Park & Gold Hill Road We will study The Fruit of the Spirit and learn how to develop the Fruit in our lives as we mature in our walk with the Lord. The study will be taught by Lee Francisco and co-hosted by Sabrina Conley at Lee's home. For details, please contact Lee at 803-448-8964 or email her at blessedrev12@yahoo.com.

BULLETIN DEADLINE

To have your announcement appear in the bulletin, email your request to fmcogbulletin@gmail.com a month in advance of your event.

Moms of Infants An Infant Care Room is available for your convenience down the hall from the

main worship area. Please see an usher if you need directions.

STUDENT MINISTRIES

Director of Children’s Ministries: April Ray, raya@fmcog.com

June 20-24 Michael Dove Music Camp “Descendants” June 25 Summer VBS iServe Team Kickoff 10-12 noon. Come meet Holly Rogers, Pastor

of Family Ministries, and enjoy a time of fun and fellowship as we dig into the most exciting adventure ever. Register online today to be part of this exciting team.

July 4-8 SCCOG Intermediate Youth Camp (ages 10-11) July 11-14 SCCOG Mini Youth Camp (ages 6-9)

Student Ministries Pastor: Stefan Dover, dovers@fmcog.com

Mark your calendar: June 20-24 - High School Camp in Mauldin June 25 – High School Connect @ the Howe’s: pool, food, Bible study. June 27-July 1 – Middle School Camp in Mauldin

Awaken Drama High School begins practice July 11 at 7 PM Awaken Drama Middle School - July 10 during Middle School service 516 Worship practice at 6 PM Tuesdays in the Family Life Center

Trifecta (College Age) Join us Thursday nights @7:30 at the Kawakami’s home. And, of course, we'll be in Sunday school at 10 am! Be on the lookout for special events this summer!

June 19, 2016

“The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him.” Psalm 103:13 NLT

WELCOME! Are you new to our church? Whether you’re visiting or planning to stay, it’s great to have you with us. You will see we are a place that is committed to helping you “connect with God, connect with friends, and connect with the world”. After service, please stop by our hospitality room so we may learn more about you.

Pastor Mark & Al’Lora Leonhardt

Pick up your FREE gift at the Cross Bearer's table in the foyer.

SUNDAES WITH FRIENDS | Sunday, June 26 | 6:00-7:30pm Family Life Center Join us next Sunday evening for a drop-in to meet our Worship Arts Pastor, Erik Buxton, and his family, as well as our Family Ministries Pastor, Holly Rogers, and her family. We’ll have ice cream and toppings to enjoy as you fellowship with the newest additions to our church staff.

“I Love My Church” T-shirts will be ordered again tomorrow. Complete the order form and pay online. TODAY is the deadline for this order.

Blood Drive | Next Sunday, June 26 | 10:00 am–1:00 pm In front of the Family Life Center. Call Annette Waldrop at 803-547-2629, Ext 23 to make an appointment. Walk-Ins are welcome! All donors will receive a complimentary t-shirt! Please consider donating. Every drop stays here – saving local lives.

Mark your calendar: June 22 – Wednesday Morning Prayer – Room 102, 11:00 am July 4 – Church office will be closed for Independence Day July 6 – No Wednesday evening classes or activities

No Young At Heart meeting in July – we’ll resume August 6

Unveiled Mime Conference | July 22-23 Registration is now open! Ever thought of taking the leap to worship through Mime, Dance, or Pantomime? If so, we would love to see you for this exciting weekend. Register ages 6 & up at unveiledmimeconference.weebly.com. Everyone make plans to join us for our FREE Worship Concert July 23 at 6 pm with Anointed Mime and Unveiled Conference participants.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Are your daily companions remorse, guilt, shame, disgust, and alienation from God and family? If so, come join us on Thursday nights. Begin enjoying a life of restoration and reconciliation. Drop into CR fellowship anytime between 6:15 - 6:45pm where you can meet new friends plus grab free coffee, sweet tea, lemonade, and cookies. Main Service begins at 6:45pm. Small Groups: 7:30pm-8:30pm.

Like us on facebook: Celebrate Recovery at Fort Mill Church of God.

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES - girlfriends Changing hearts, changing lives, one girlfriend at a time

Director: Joyce Lang, 06dancing@gmail.com

Golden Girls Fellowship | Tuesday, June 21 | 12:30 pm We meet at the home of Elaine Douglas (868 Savile Lane, Fort Mill). Call 803-396-8656 for directions/info. Bring a dish to share.

Lit n' Lattes | Tuesday, June 21 | 7 pm | NOTE LOCATION CHANGE! The new location is Kim Bryant's home, 771 Bluff Loop Road, Rock Hill. Her home is located in the beautiful Riverwalk Development. Meet in the church parking lot at 6:40 if you would like to carpool to Kim's house. This month we are reading Blessed Trinity by Vanessa Davis Griggs. Please contact Brenda Cason for additional information. (803-371-4007 or scason@comporium.net).

Table Talk | Tuesday, June 28 | 6:30 pm LADIES, it is Italian night at Rock Hill Olive Garden! INVITE a friend & join us for a great time to reconnect with your Girlfriends! Please RSVP Barbi jlbaaiton@comporium.net.

Ladies Mountain Retreat | October 20-23, 2016 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN. To reserve your spot, get your deposit of $25 and your registration form turned in as soon as possible. (Registration forms are located in the foyer.) Guest speaker will be Rhonda Holland, National Retreat Speaker. For more info, contact Joyce Lang at 06dancing@gmail.com.

MEN’S MINISTRIES – “THE CROSS BEARERS”

Wednesdays | 7pm | The Burris Barn (1471 Banks St., Fort Mill) AND on campus in Room 202

On Campus Room 202: We will be continuing our study on Authentic Manhood with the second volume, Man and His Story. Come early for snacks and fellowship. More details in the Discipleship section.

The Burris Barn: Summer Bible Study and Testimonies. We will be studying ways to influence our community and become the leaders God can use to accomplish this wonderful opportunity. THIS WEEK we have a great testimony from James Dyches. If anyone has ever struggled with areas of their life where they can't get victory, James's story will show you there is a way that will produce victory in your life. Don't miss his story.

Director of Men’s Ministries: Chris Padgett, 803-524-4629 cprunner53@gmail.com

Check us out on Facebook: Cross Bearers, FMCOG Men's Ministry

BY THE WAY MINISTRIES Director of Counseling: Linda Jurek, jurekl@fmcog.com

Fort Mill Church of God is pleased to offer this counseling service to you free of charge (donations accepted, but not required). To schedule an appointment with one of our Certified Christian Counselors, you may call 803-547-2629, Ext. 32 or email jurekl@fmcog.com.

Support your church softball teams this week!

Men’s Team Monday, June 20, 6:45 pm - Complex 1 Student Team Monday, June 20, 8:45 pm – Doby 2 Men’s Team Tuesday, June 21, 8:45 pm – Complex 1 Student Team Thursday, June 23, 7:45 pm –Complex 1

Registration is now open online for children and iServe Team members. Visit www.fmcog.com,

Upcoming Events tab or the FMKidz Greeter Desk

to register today.